For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,716 students in 21225, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 86 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 21225, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21225, MD are Park Elementary School, Brooklyn Park Middle School and Brooklyn Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21225 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21225, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21225, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 East 11th Ave
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6593
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6593
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Brooklyn Park Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Hammonds Ln
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 636-2967
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 636-2967
Gr: 6-8 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Brooklyn Park Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 14th Ave
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6590
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6590
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Belle Grove Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4502 Belle Grove Road
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6589
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 222-6589
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Curtis Bay Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4301 W Bay Avenue
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1397
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1397
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Maree Garnett Farring Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Pontiac Avenue
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1404
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1404
Gr: PK-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Benjamin Franklin High School At Masonville Cove
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Cambria Street
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1373
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1373
Gr: 9-12 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 Bridgeview Road
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1392
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1392
Gr: 3-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Bay-brook Elementary Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4301 10th Street
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1357
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1357
Gr: PK-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Arundel Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: ≤1% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Round Road
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1379
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1379
Gr: PK-2 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21225, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2700 Seamon Ave
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1625
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1625
Gr: 7-8 | 171 students
2501 Seabury Rd
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1366
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1366
Gr: PK-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2700 Seamon Avenue
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(443) 984-2415
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(443) 984-2415
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
844 Roundview Rd
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1400
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 396-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
2700 Seamon Ave
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 545-3528
Brooklyn, MD 21225
(410) 545-3528
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21225, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21225, MD include Park Elementary School, Brooklyn Park Middle School and Brooklyn Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21225?
10 public schools are located in 21225.
What percentage of students in 21225 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 21225 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21225?
21225 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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